11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,925
Middle Schools
5,904
High Schools
9,192
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,870
Private Schools
26,434
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in California based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
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Largest School Districts in California
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Los Angeles Unified School District
460,633 students | LOS ANGELES, CA
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 986 schools -
San Diego Unified School District
97,968 students | SAN DIEGO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 223 schools -
Fresno Unified School District
70,088 students | FRESNO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 104 schools -
Long Beach Unified School District
69,413 students | LONG BEACH, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 87 schools -
Elk Grove Unified School District
63,157 students | ELK GROVE, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 68 schools
Reviews From Schools in California
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Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2024
Walden is an open and affirming school that is focused on fostering a love of learning, curiosity about the world, and meeting children where they are as they grow and learn. My child is in... More
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Walden Center And School
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2024
Caliber does nothing when your kids are being severely bullied or harassed. They are non-compliant with IEPs and 504s. So don't even think that your child with special needs is going to get the... More
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Caliber Beta Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2024
Our family loves the school and school community. My son comes home from school remembering and wanting to talk about what they are learning. The school teaches in a very unique way and the children... More
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Mary Collins School at Cherry Valley